A Wire of Length L and Resistance R Is Now

question 48

Multiple Choice

A wire of length L and resistance R is now drawn out by pulling such that its new length is 1.5L. What is its new resistance? Assume the density remains constant.)

• A) 1.00 R
• B) 1.50 R
• C) 2.25 R
• D) 5.06 R
• E) 4.44 × 10^-1 R

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